Abstract

A simple equation is presented that describes the rotation of art image by a mirror or prism, and that can be used to calculate the amount of image rotation in a complex optical system. The equation also provides an intuitive understanding of heretofore mystical¹ optical devices such as derotation prisms (for example, the dove prism).

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